definition of
clinch

[1] #1 clinch v. secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts; "The girder was clinched into the wall". wn

[2] #2 clinch n. (boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily. wn

[3] #3 clinch v. hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches. wn

[4] #4 clinch n. [clench] a small slip noose made with seizing. wn

[5] #5 clinch n. the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet. wn